2006 Hummer H2 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hummer H2 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H2. (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1508 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hummer H2 (1,058 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911. 2006 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H2 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hummer | Porsche |
| Model | H2 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 1058 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2451 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 64 L |
